Wedding Stories | Jessica + Ian | Week 3: The Big Day | Orlando Science Center

We are so excited to share the grand finale to Jessica and Ian’s wedding story with you today! After three meetings and plenty of fluid communication with Puff ‘n Stuff Catering Special Event Planner, Heidi Brice, Jessica and Ian were ready to step out and enjoy their magical wedding day. A spectacular wedding like this one is produced by a collection of talented wedding pros working together to bring the couple’s vision and dreams to life. A special thank you to the Orlando Science Center, Encore Creations, VHVIDEO.COM, Chic Event Furniture, Harps Unlimited, The Redcoats, and Kristin Mizo Photography for your incredible contributions to Jessica and Ian’s special day.

Join us and watch the Curry-Garlic wedding day unfold!

Thank you for following Jessica and Ian’s wedding story with us for the last three weeks! We hope their journey inspired you and got you excited to begin planning your own special event. If you have questions or are ready to get started, just give us a call!

Wedding Stories | Jessica + Ian | Week 2: The Tasting | Orlando Science Center

Happy Tuesday and welcome to week two of Jessica Curry and Ian Garlic’s wedding story! If you missed last week’s post, be sure to catch up. Today, we are joining the happy couple just a few months before their big day as they taste the primary dishes in their wedding reception menu. The tasting is every couple’s favorite wedding planning meeting, and it’s ours too!

The cuisine is especially important to Jessica and Ian because cooking together, trying new foods, and discovering unique restaurants truly are a few of their favorite things. And if you haven’t noticed their “spicy surnames” yet, take a moment to think about their incredible fortune to find each other and fall into delicious foody love!

Jessica and Ian have chosen an Action Station menu that will offer their guests a variety of unique dishes prepared live by our chefs and presented as small plates. To learn more about Action Stations, click here!

Please join us as Jessica and Ian enjoy one of the things that set Puff ‘n Stuff Catering weddings apart – their complimentary, personal tasting!

If you watched closely, you caught a sneak peak of the custom dish incorporating both curry and garlic designed by our Executive Chef Paul Lorrain, exclusively for Jessica and Ian’s big day!

Again, thank you to our talented friends at VHVIDEO.COM for capturing this wedding story. Join us next week for the big reveal – Jessica and Ian’s wedding reception!

 

 

Real Weddings | Jenna + Tyrell | The Ballroom at Churchstreet

Today we are featuring another beautiful wedding at The Ballroom at Church Street; the celebration of Jenna and Tyrell!  Their elegant palette of pink orchids and roses were perfectly accented by venue’s stained-glass windows, delicate chandeliers and flecks of gold.

One of our favorite things about this wedding was the joy and excitement that Jenna and Tyrell’s friends and family brought to their special day. The couple’s celebration began with guests mingling in the Ballroom’s atrium while sampling appetizing bites including coconut chicken brochettes, gourmet Polynesian meatballs, stuffed mushroom caps, and crowd pleasers – bacon-wrapped potato tots and the chicken in the egg. Guests were ecstatic to enter the grand ballroom, toast the newly wedded couple, and continue on with the celebration! The bride comes from a large, closely-knit family, and the toast given by Jenna’s sister was so moving, Sandy George, Puff ‘n Stuff Catering Special Event Planner, said it was the best speech she’s ever heard. It truly was a spectacular night filled with fun dancing, outstanding food, great people, and a happy couple. We’re so honored to have shared in Jenna and Tyrell’s special day!

 

 

Butler Passed Hors d’Oeuvres

Coconut Chicken  Brochettes with tropical salsa

Gourmet Polynesian Meatballs in a Polynesian sweet ‘n sour sauce

Bacon-Wrapped Potato Tot with sour cream & chives

Baked Stuffed Mushroom Caps filled with spinach & feta

Chicken in the Egg deviled eggs filled with spicy southern fried chicken

 

Displayed Hors d’Oeuvres

Imported & Domestic Cheese Display with crisp gourmet crackers & fresh fruits

 

Plated Dinner

Signature Fresh Garden Salad with tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, toasted sunflower seeds, house-made Parmesan croutons and our house champagne vinaigrette 

Freshly Baked Artisan Breads 

Grilled Fillet Mignon with a wild mushroom Cabernet-thyme reduction

Twice Baked Garlic Smashed Potatoes with cheddar cheese

Chef’s Choice of Fresh Seasonal Vegetables with Italian herbs & butter

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Chicken Piccata with garlic lemon-caper sauce

Saffron Rice with Orzo Pasta, red pepper & onion herb coulis

Fresh Green Beans with red pepper ribbons

 

Event Credits:

Venue: The Ballroom at Church Street
Caterer: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering, Sandy George
Photography: Sandra Johnson Photography
Cake: The Sugar Suite
DJ: White Rose Entertainment
Florist: Colonial Florist

Real Weddings | Michelle + Patrick | The Ballroom at Church Street

Today we are featuring Michelle and Patrick’s New Year’s Eve wedding held at The Ballroom at Church Street, and we can’t stop raving about this wedding!  Their gold and red decor dressed The Ballroom to it’s finest and the subtle “ball drop” theme brought all of the elements of this night together. From the elegantly hung centerpieces of crystals and rose balls to the trays of champagne & sparkling cider, every detail was executed to perfection.

In true Puff fashion, Michelle and Patrick worked with Special Event Planner Heidi Brice to design a custom menu that perfectly complemented their personal tastes, style and the glamorous occasion. The evening began a breathtaking candlelit ceremony, high on the Ballroom’s atrium steps. With the antique stained glass windows as a backdrop, the mahogany chairs and romantic florals popped! The festivities started off with delicious butler passed hors d’oeuvres such as mini turkey & cranberry wellingtons, purple potato cubes, and Parmesan spoons to tease their taste buds. Dinner service followed with an elegant three-course meal featuring a selection of perfectly paired wines. The celebration hit a sweet note with a 2012 Balloon au Chocolat dessert station presenting a unique dessert that doubles as entertainment; check out the video below to see this exciting dessert in action. And as the ball dropped at midnight, a larger-than-life screen displayed the Times Square festivities while guests enjoyed late night snacks and a confetti cannon sounded to ring in 2012. We can’t think of a more perfect way to start the new year!

 

Butler Passed Hors d’Oeuvres

Champagne & Sparkling Cider

Purple Potato Cubes Peruvian purple potatoes filled with figs & cashews

Miniature Turkey & Cranberry Wellingtons

Parmesan  Spoons with savory cheesecake, fig preserve & roasted Vidalia onion

 

Course I served with Le Crema Chardonnay

Truffled Calabaza Soup with cinnamon, sour cream, & toasted pepitas, presented in a acorn squash bowl and garnished with baby greens and a champagne vinaigrette

Freshly Baked Artisan Breads each basket featured a “2012″ logo on a sourdough loaf with whipped butter, extra virgin olive oil, aged balsamic & finishing salt

 

Course II served with Le Crema Pinot Noir

Chicken Caprese Tower Souse-Vide marinated chicken breast on an eggplant crouton with tomato ragout & basil chiffonade topped with fried basil

Piped Garlic Mash with fried potato wafers & crispy arugula

Fire Roasted Vegetables

 

Course III

Espresso Braised Short Ribs

Mascarpone Grits garnished with fried leeks

 

Chef-Attended Dessert Stations

Balloon au Chocolat white chocolate dome covering a flourless raspberry, caramel and chocolate torte with a festive 2012 garnish

Wedding Cake carrot, lemon with raspberry & red velvet provided by Bake Me a Cake

Cream Puffs

Cupcakes

 

Late Night Snacks

Truffle Fried Cones with Burger Slider served with tomato & mustard

Grilled Chicken Caprese topped with fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, basil cream sauce & basil chiffonade

Garlic Smashed Potatoes

Fire Roasted Vegetable Display

 

Event Credits:

Venue: The Ballroom at Church Street
Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering, Heidi Brice
Photographer: Caroline Johnson Photography
Wedding Planner: Weddings Unique, Heather Snively
Cake: Bake Me a Cake
Floral: Raining Roses
Lighting: American Audio Visual
Linen: Connie Douglin
Pianist: Concert Pianist- Jane Moore
Reception Band: LoganMania
Videographer: Cinemedia

Real Weddings | Christine + Scott | The Palmetto Club

Today we are featuring Christine and Scott’s wedding held at The Palmetto Club. The couple’s elegant style and decor was a perfect fit for The Palmetto Club’s beautifully manicured gardens and gorgeous ballroom. From start to finish, their special day was impeccable!

Great weddings are all about thoughtful details that show the couple’s personality and their care for their guests. Christine and Scott surprised their guests by replacing traditional centerpieces with beautiful and differently flavored cakes. Their guests couldn’t wait to find out what flavor was at their table. Before the “big reveal,” guests made their way to the delicious buffet that Christine and Scott, with the help from our Special Event Planner Aymee Brace, hand-selected for their family and friends to indulge in. Another special element that we loved about this wedding is the way Christine and Scott integrated their children into the wedding ceremony; it was the perfect start for their new lives together. Christine and Scott’s wedding was stunning, and we’re so happy to have been a part of their special day!

 

Butler Passed Hors d’Oeuvres

Rustic Tomato & Mozzarella Bruschetta on grilled Italian bread

Miniature Beef Wellingtons served with Bearnaise sauce

Prosciutto Wrapped Figs stuffed with goat cheese

 

Dinner Buffet

Freshly Baked Artisan Breads

Baby Winter Greens with sun-dried cranberries, candied walnuts, crumbled bleu cheese & mandarin oranges finished with berry vinaigrette

Chicken Champagne with smoked Gouda & caramelized onions in a champagne cream sauce

Dry Rubbed Smoked Beef Brisket served with horseradish, raspberry chipotle sauce and smoky BBQ sauce

Gourmet Mashed Potato Bar with Yukon gold & red skin mashed potatoes and sweet potatoes topped & baked with marshmallows; presented in martini glasses & offered with a variety of toppings including crisp apple-wood smoked bacon, creme fraiche, caramelized Vidalia onions, roasted garlic, shredded cheeses, marshmallows, roasted pecans, whipped butter, chives & cinnamon sugar dust

Italian Zucchini & Summer Squash Medley with plum tomatoes

Penne a la Vodka with shredded Asiago cheese

Event Credits:

Venue: The Palmetto Club
Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering, Aymee Brace
Photographer: Carrie Wildes Potography
DJ: Frank Lebano & Co.
Florist: Events in Bloom
Decor: Events in Bloom
Lighting: Frank Lebano
Cake: Sweeties Delights

Real Weddings | Susan + Christopher | The Ballroom at Church Street

Today we’re featuring Susan and Christopher’s wedding at The Ballroom at Church Street. The Ballroom’s beautiful stained glass windows, chandeliers, and exquisite details set the tone for this romantic wedding. From the moment Susan and Christopher set foot into The Ballroom at Church Street, they knew it was where they would spend their special day.

The newly wedded couple arrived at The Ballroom at Church Street along with their family and friends to begin the wonderful celebration. Their guests were delighted with the three different brunch buffet stations. From salad and pasta to french toast and waffles prepared to order, there were so many delicious options that guests were able to choose as many tasty combinations as their hearts (or stomachs) desired! Toasts were made in Susan and Christopher’s honor, and their family and friends were eager to share in their joy. We’re so thrilled to have been a part of Susan and Christopher’s beautiful celebration!

              

Susan & Chris’s – Wedding Trailer! from Imprint Cinema on Vimeo.

 

Brunch Buffet

Station 1

Signature Fresh Garden Salad with tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, toasted sunflower seeds, and house-made Parmesan croutons, offered with house-made champagne vinaigrette & ranch dressing

Hawaiian Sweet Rolls

Chicken Duxelles stuffed with mushroom duxelles & brie in a lite cream-thyme sauce

Penne a la Vodka offered with shredded Asiago cheese

Pipette Amatriciana parmesan, Parma ham, Vidalia onions, Roma tomatoes & fresh herbs tossed in a tomato ragout and offered with shredded Asiago cheese

 

Station 2

Frittata with ham & cheddar cheese

Crisp Applewood Smoked Bacon

Breakfast Sausage Links

Shrimp & Grits mascarpone-infused grits topped with Cajun shrimp & fresh cilantro

 

Station 3

French Toast & Waffle Station prepared to order with a choice of fresh strawberries & blueberries, chocolate chips, syrup & whipped cream

Fresh Fruits of the Season offered with a berry yogurt dip

Brie in Phyllo Cups garnished with fresh fruit & filled with raspberry chambord

 

Event Credits:

Venue: The Ballroom at Church Street
Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering, Sandy George
Photography: Sandra Johnson Photography
Wedding Coordinator: Tickled Pink Brides, Megan Bubalo
Cake: Party Flavors
Reception Harpist: Elizabeth Gerberding
Chair Rentals: Orlando Wedding and Party Rentals
Transportation: VIP Transportation
Hair & Makeup: M3 Makeup

Real Weddings | Traci + Bo | The Lange Farm

Today we are featuring Traci + Bo’s elegant southern wedding held at the Lange Farm in Dade City, Florida.  The Garden House at the Lange Farm offers picturesque rolling hills, acres of majestic oak trees, and a Garden House complete with a wrap-around porch, beautiful French doors, chandeliers, and an antique gazebo all working in concert to set the essence of true love and old fashioned romance.

When Traci and Bo’s family and friends arrived, they we’re greeted with tasty passed hors d’oeuvres including Asian beef sates seared with Thai spices & served with a scallion dipping sauce, bacon wrapped potato tots, spinach bouchees, and Key West conch fritters accompanied by a Cajon remoulade. Friends and family enjoyed the beauty of the Lange Farm, and shared the joy of Traci and Bo’s celebration. As guests found their escort cards and seats, they were welcomed to indulge in the much anticipated plated dinner featuring Puff ‘n Stuff Catering’s Champagne Chicken & Grilled Steaks accompanied by garlic smashed potatoes and fresh seasonal vegetables. After dinner, Traci and Bo cut the cake, and basked in the sunset glow of their wedding day. Gorgeous from start to finish, Traci and Bo’s special day was flawless, and the perfect start to their new lives together.

Hors d’Oeuvres

Key West Conch Fritters with Cajon remoulade

Bacon-Wrapped Potato Tot with sour cream & a chive

Asian Beef Sate seared with Thai spices & served with scallion soy dipping sauce

Spinach Bouchee a puff pastry filled with a creamy Boursin spinach dip

Plated Dinner

Fresh Baked Artisan Breads

Mixed Green Salad with grape tomatoes, cucumbers, and purple onions served with ranch & champagne vinaigrette dressings

Chicken Champagne with smoked Gouda and caramelized onions in a champagne cream sauce

Grilled Chateau Steaks in a pinot noir demi glaze

Garlic Smashed Potatoes

Fresh Seasonal Vegetables in a lite lemon butter sauce

 

Event Credits:

Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering, Special Event Planner Aymee Brace
Venue: The Lange Farm
Photography: Carrie Wildes Photography
Cake: Chocolate Pi
Lighting: Wild Out Entertainment

Real Weddings | Kajal + Mark | T Pepin’s Hospitality Centre

Today we are featuring Kajal and Mark’s wedding held at the T Pepin’s Hospitality Centre. T Pepin’s was the perfect venue to accommodate all of the unique, beautiful decor and festivities for this breath-taking day. This exotic wedding was absolutely stunning from start to finish, including both a Hindu and Christian Ceremony.

The grand celebration began in the ballroom with the Christian ceremony followed by the Hindu ceremony.  To further the guests enjoyment, Mango Lasi’s, a delicious mango drink, were served during the Hindu ceremony. After the ceremonies concluded, guests made their way into the foyer for cocktail hour where they were greeted by the Puff ‘n Stuff Catering staff  who butler passed a delicious selection of hors d’oeuvres. After mingling with friends and family, guests made their way back to the ballroom to join Kajal and Mark in the joy and excitement of their special day. Champagne was poured, and toasts were made in honor of the newly wed couple. The highly anticipated dinner buffet menu was an incredible specially fused menu featuring fare from both cultures. Following the exquisite dinner, Kajal and Mark cut the cake, and guests enjoyed authentic Indian desserts throughout the rest of the lively evening. Kajal and Mark’s wedding truly was remarkable in every detail and we were so thrilled to be a part of their celebration!

 

Butler Passed Hors d’Oeuvres

Mango Lassi

Asian Vegetable Spring Rolls accompanied by a sweet chili sauce

Spinach Pakora served with white, brown & green chutney in a trio plate

American Corn Cheese Balls

Vegetarian Simosa Trio

Chili Rubbed Chicken

 

Dinner Buffet

Tropical Salad with mango, avocado, feta cheese, balsamic, & fresh seasonal fruit

Naan Bread

Papadum spiced crispy wafers

Malai Kofta stuffed potato dumplings, fried & cooked in a rich onion tomato curry

Vegetarian Pulav Basmati rice cooked with vegetables and spices

Chicken Kashmiri boneless chicken cooked with nuts & raisins in a creamy sauce

Paneer Makhani homemade cottage cheese cooked in a mildly spicy tomato & onion cream sauce

Dal Makhani black lentils simmered overnight with butter onions, tomatoes, and spices

Pulav, Papad, Raita flavored yogurts used as condiments

Mango Pickles tangy & spicy pickles made from mango & lime juices

Brown, White & Green Chutney

 

Dessert Station

Gajar Halwa fresh carrots cooked in milk and garnished with carrots

Ras Mali flattened paneer balls soaked in sweetened milk

Event Credits:

Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering, Aymee Brace
Photography: Victor’s Photojournalism
Planner: Weddings by Georgia, Georgia Watson
DJ: DJ Firoz
Florists: Suhaag Gardens

Real Weddings | Lindsay + Matt | The Ballroom at Church Street

The Ballroom at Church Street is downtown Orlando’s most distinguished and trusted venue renowned for its charm, beauty, and elegance – in short, the perfect site for Lindsay and Matt’s wedding.

Navy, white, and marigold hues set the tone for this dazzling wedding. The Ballroom at Church Street was dressed to the nines with chic draping, exquisite lighting, and luxurious seating arrangements all contributing to the liveliness of the night.

From the time they arrived, guests were dazzled with delicious butler passed hors d’oeuvres accompanied by sparkling flutes of champagne. As the night progressed, friends and family enjoyed a dual-entree plated dinner followed by lively music and festivities. The stylish decor and furniture gave the ballroom a truly  unique and vogue ambiance that brought out the best onto the dance floor! Relishing through out the evening, guests couldn’t resist the all-American late night snacks including mini pies a la mode and of course their smooth, white three-tier wedding cake with berry filling.

Lindsay and Matt’s special day was filled with glamor and extravagance from their grand entrance to their stylish exit, it truly was a night to remember forever.

 

The Ballroom at Church Street 07.03.2011 from VHVIDEO.COM

Passed Hors D’ouevres

Bianco Panini with mozzarella, sweet onions, fresh tomatoes, arugula, Gorgonzola, and extra virgin olive oil on focaccia bread

Grilled Chicken Salad Bouchee with grapes

Sweet Corn & Ricotta Fritters

 

First Course

Freshly Baked Artisan Breads 

Jumbo Lump Crab Timbale with mango relish & avocado atop a cantaloupe and pineapple puree and finished with micro cilantro on baby greens

 

Dual Entree Plated Dinner

Lemon Basil Risotto Cake

Summer Vegetable Bundle

Pasta with Seasonal Vegetables

Glazed & Grilled Smoked Raspberry & Chipotle Chicken drizzled with peach and raspberry jam and topped with corn and peach pablano relish

Coconut Crusted Grouper with a tropical salsa

 

Desserts

Mini Pies: Cherry, Peach, & Apple offered a la mode

Whole Pies

Three Tier Cake with a multi- berry filling & smooth white icing

Event Credits:

Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering
Venue: The Ballroom at Church
Event Planner: Wonderful Weddings – Susie Weiss
Photography: Damon Tucci Photography
Cinematography: VHVIDEO.COM
Furniture Rental: Room Service Rentals
Floral: Botanica International Design Studio
Decor: Design Elements
Lighting: Kaleidoscope Event Lighting
Rental Chairs: A Chair Affair
Wedding Cake: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering
Groom’s Cake: Party Flavors
Entertainment: Metropolis
Transportation: Rick’s Classic Cars

Floral Wedding Trends | The Freshest Trends of the Season!

Fashion isn’t the only thing that changes with the season…and this season’s floral trends are absolutely breathtaking! The traditional white arrangements have taken the backseat to bright color combinations, diamonds, feathers, dynamic sizes, and hints of herbs. Brides and Grooms are designing floral arrangements to set the tone they want for their special day. Whether you’re looking to set a fiery romantic, vintage, or a lively atmosphere, this season’s trends will compliment them all!

Herbs
In early Roman Weddings, Brides carried herbs under their veils to ensure fertility and fidelity, and to ward off evil spirits. You might not use them for the same purpose on your wedding day, but you can still participate in one the freshest trends of the season; incorporating fresh succulents like echeveria, and herbs like rosemary and lavender to your arrangements. It’s ancient beauty meets modernity to create this boho- chic look, bringing new textures and scents to the table.

New Heights
Table arrangements are reaching new and different heights, literally. Instead of identical centerpieces, brides are mixing it up. From various size arrangements of the same color scheme, to multiple vases of different heights on one table.

Plumes
Another new trend we love is feathers! They are such an elegant and romantic addition providing a fairytale atmosphere; and they can be incorporated into your wedding in so many ways. From dainty and subtle, to large colored ostrich feathers, they add a plume of perfection to today’s arrangements.

Details
The finishing touches… after all it’s all in the details! After taking the time to pick out the perfect floral combination, adding buttons, pins,  jewels and pearls make your arrangement that more more unique. Year after year the satin ribbon has been a beautiful choice for binding, but also consider lace, a funky fabric, or even burlap. Most of all, have fun!

We would like to say a huge THANK YOU to Art Faulkner Photography and Fairbank Florist, two amazing local vendors of which many of the above pictured floral arrangements came from.

 

Credits:

Art Faulkner Photography

Fairbanks Florist

Rhodes Studios

Silk Wedding Designs

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